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The five highlights of Doha 2019 IAAF Worlds

Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich celebrates after winning the Women's Marathon at the 2019 IAAF World Athletics Championships in Doha on September 27, 2019. (Photo by MUSTAFA ABUMUNES / AFP)

From the first ever night marathon, heart-melting sportsmanship to a married couple each winning a medal on the same night, it was a championship to boot.

Set against the background of searing heat, low attendance and spectacular architecture, the Doha 2019 IAAF World Athletics Championships in Qatar have nonetheless fashioned memorable sporting moments.

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